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Clinical Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy is a complementary therapy practice that takes advantage of the thermal and mechanical properties of water.

Written by: Saygı Hospital Health Guide Editorial Board
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What is Clinical Hydrotherapy?

Hydrotherapy is exercise and physical rehabilitation taking advantage of buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure and thermal effects of water at controlled temperature. It includes underwater exercise, whirlpool, contrast baths and Hubbard tanks.

Supportive effectiveness has been reported in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, chronic low back pain, neurologic rehabilitation and postoperative rehabilitation. Evidence level is limited-to-moderate.

It must be applied under medical supervision by trained physiotherapists. Infection control and cardiovascular safety are important.

Symptoms

Osteoarthritis pain
Rheumatoid arthritis
Fibromyalgia
Chronic low back pain
Postoperative rehabilitation
Neurologic rehabilitation

Risk Factors

Acute infection and open wound
Uncontrolled heart failure
Epilepsy (uncontrolled)
Incontinence (hygiene precaution)
Severe dyspnea
Advanced hypertension

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • Should be performed under the supervision of a specialist physiotherapist
  • Consult a physician first in cardiac and respiratory diseases
  • Application should be postponed until skin lesions heal
  • TCIM authorized center should be preferred

Treatment Methods

01
Medical evaluation and determination of suitability
02
Pool sessions at appropriate temperature
03
Individual exercise program
04
Balance and strengthening exercises
05
Vital sign monitoring
06
Wound and skin check

Which Department to Visit?

You can visit our Geleneksel ve Tamamlayıcı Tıp department for these complaints. Our specialist physicians will create the most suitable treatment plan for you.

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